WITH 6 G/A IN 8 GAMES, EVERTON SOLD A £2 MILLION MAN WHO IS NOW “THE DRIVING FORCE” AT NEW CLUB

WITH 6 G/A IN 8 GAMES, EVERTON SOLD A £2 MILLION MAN WHO IS NOW “THE DRIVING FORCE” AT NEW CLUB

Former Everton and Premier League prospect Niels Nkounkou is making waves in the Bundesliga as an influential left-back for Eintracht Frankfurt.

In his debut Bundesliga season, the 23-year-old Frenchman has already notched up

three goals and three assists, earning a Player of the Month nomination for January.

This display of talent underscores Everton’s decision to sign Nkounkou when his Marseille

contract expired in 2020.

However, Nkounkou’s development is still ongoing.

Despite his impressive attacking contributions, he has faced criticism for occasional

defensive lapses, described by German publication Fussball

News as moments of “genius and madness” that require improvement.

During Frankfurt’s recent victory over FC Heidenheim, Nkounkou showcased his

attacking prowess by scoring a goal, further solidifying his impact on the team.

While there are areas for improvement, his positive contributions outweigh the negatives, at least for now.

Nkounkou’s journey highlights Everton’s decision to sell him to St Etienne after limited Premier League appearances. St Etienne then profited significantly from Frankfurt’s purchase,

demonstrating Nkounkou’s growing value in the market. If he continues to flourish,

his impact could rival that of Frankfurt’s

former star Filip Kostic, who played a pivotal role in their Europa League success in 2022.

Despite Everton’s reasons for letting Nkounkou go, his impressive performances in the Bundesliga raise questions about the club’s squad management, particularly in positions lacking depth like left-back.

As Everton struggles with consistency, witnessing Nkounkou’s success may serve

as a frustrating reminder for the club’s fans.

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